LIfe continues to evolve for Colleen in Three Oaks, where she has discovered a kindred spirit along with found poetry. Recipes (just in time for the holidays!): Fruit crisp, peppermint candy cane fudge, candied walnuts, ice box cookies, chocolate-dipped biscotti, and cream puffs.

Colleen explores the ups and downs of new terrain, puts one foot in front of the other, and discovers the secret to enjoying life is summed up in three words. Recipes: Hummingbird cake, flatbread crackers, and potato latkes.

As Stop and Smell the Butter heads into hiatus, Colleen reflects on small-town life, the ritual of fresh starts, and signs on this journey of life. Recipes: Sardine Dip, Catfish Filets, Skillet Cornbread, Tammy's Tomato Sauce.

Colleen reflects on the deliciousness of anticipation, food cooked with love, making time to play, and the path to happiness. Guest writer: Sherry Newquist. Recipes: Fried Chicken and Greens, Chicken Limone and Risotto

Writer, editor, illustrator, and cook Colleen Newquist explores life with an empty nest, an artist husband, a career that was completely unplanned, and a longing to live a different lifestyle on many acres in the country. A little bit of wit, occasional insight, a couple of good recipes, and engaging pen-and-ink drawings make this a journal to savor, preferably over a good cup of coffee in front of a fireplace.